Pacers Force Game 7 in NBA Finals with Dominant Win Over Thunder

Indianapolis, IN – June 19, 2025: The Indiana Pacers have pushed the NBA Finals to a thrilling Game 7 after overpowering the Oklahoma City Thunder in a must-win Game 6 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Pacers’ emphatic victory marks the first NBA Finals series to reach a decisive seventh game since 2016.

Indiana’s star guard Tyrese Haliburton, whose status was in question following an MRI earlier this week, took the court despite injury concerns. Haliburton’s resilience and leadership galvanized his teammates, leading to a dominant all-around performance that saw the Pacers pull away early and never look back.

The Pacers’ defense stifled the Thunder’s high-powered offense, while Indiana’s balanced scoring attack kept Oklahoma City on their heels throughout the contest. The home crowd erupted as the final buzzer sounded, with fans celebrating the team’s determination and grit.

In a postgame statement, the Pacers organization issued an emotional rallying cry to their supporters: “One more time, Indiana.” The team called on fans to bring their energy and passion for the winner-take-all Game 7, which will determine the 2025 NBA champion.

Game 7 is scheduled for Sunday night, with both the Pacers and Thunder seeking to capture the franchise’s first NBA title in decades. The stage is set for a dramatic conclusion to one of the most competitive Finals in recent memory.